Shooting Stars

Ability Level:	High Beginner Intermediate
Sport:	Alpine Skiing
Age Range:	4-5
Offered:	Weekends & Holidays / Wednesdays & Thursdays
Location:	Palisades

Based at Palisades. Foundational skiing skills for Pre-school and Pre-Kindergarten/T-K 4- and 5-year-olds.
The Shooting Stars program helps young skiers develop strong fundamental skills, learn to be part of a team, and gain a joy and passion for skiing in a fun and challenging team environment. Our experienced coaches focus on progressive skill acquisition, knowledge of the skier’s responsibility code and safe skiing, respect for the mountain, and having fun. Each coach is specially trained to provide a safe, fun learning environment for all levels. Each Shooting Star will gain a solid foundation that will enable him or her to continue on to the Mighty Mites program and will be proud of their skill achievements and help attain a lifelong love of skiing.

Questions?
Call 530-452-7270 or email teams@palisadestahoe.com. DRIVN subscription required for Training and Communication. After registration please review the confirmation email for directions to access DRIVN.

All participant families, both new and returning, are expected to review and adhere to all program guidelines.
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Programming

23/24 Programming

Shooting Stars Program	Weekend & Holiday*	Wednesday & Thursday
Dates	09 Dec 2023 - 07 April 2024	13 Dec 2023 - 28 March 2024
Schedule	8:30am-12pm	9am-12pm
Offered Training	Weekends + Holidays	Wednesday & Thursdays (non-holiday)

Program Guidelines

Shooting Stars Expectations
Pass	Must purchase Ikon Pass. Ikon Base Pass may conflict with team dates.
Age	Must be 4 or 5 as of Dec 31, 2023
Skill Prerequisite	Must have previous skiing experience. Must be able to stop unassisted. Must be able to ski beginner terrain unassisted. Must be able to turn on beginner terrain. Must be able to glide (semi-parallel across fall-line & on flats). Must be able to put on & take off skis unassisted. Edgie-wedgie, leash & other training aids not permitted.
Maturity	Must be able to participate in a full training session without parent interaction. Must enjoy winter weather & the outdoor environment. MUST BE POTTY TRAINED.
Equipment	Skis: 1 pair carving-style skis chin high; owned or seasonal lease (no rentals); in good condition. Boots: Must be properly fitted (size/flex) and in excellent working order. Protection: Helmet & goggles required.
Schedule	Team Calendarlinked below for general reference only and may change due to conditions. Final communication will come through DRIVN application.
Participation	Athletes are expected to participate in 65% or more of the offered training. Athletes who do not meet this requirement will not be re-enrolled.
Annual Training Plan	We ski & get mileage! 85-95% coached/directed freeskiing. 5-10% coached drills. 5% intro to training runs (gate training).
Pick Up / Drop Off	Communicated via DRIVN Athletes must be on time and ready to ski. Late drop-offs are not accommodated.
Preparedness	Dressed warmer than parents. Small healthy snack in pocket. Properly hydrated with a full belly from a healthy breakfast. Arrives with a quick smile & ready to ski in all types of weather.
Break/Snack	We take a quick snack break.
Events	Shooting Stars will have at least one race and a "Big Air" scheduled. Subject to change due to weather & conditions.
Parents	Required to attend parent orientation. Required to remain on-site during team. This is not a true-beginner/first-timers program. Children must have prior experience & enjoy outdoor sports. You must dress your child warmer than you dress yourself. Must complete Team Agreement (Code of Conduct). Must remain actively engaged with Team communication method(s) and check schedule/updates regularly.
Communication	Parents must maintain an active account with DRIVN. After registration review the confirmation email for directions to access DRIVN.
Challenging Weather	Our goal is to ski every calendared Team day. Teams are delayed or canceled on occasion due to weather & operations. Team schedule adjustments will be communicated through DRIVN as information is readily available.
Team Uniform	Purchase of Team Uniform is required. After registration review the confirmation email for directions to purchase.
Program Placement	Participants may be required to switch to a more appropriate program, if available, at the discretion of the Team Manager.
Registration	New Athletes must submit an application. Invitations to enroll will be sent by email to eligible applicants until programs reach capacity.

Download the Shooting Stars Calendar

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